Zappi Solar EV Charge Point – Installation
The ins and outs of an example EV charge point install.
Octopus, UKPN offer free electricity during periods of abundance
Octopus Energy and UK Power Networks (UKPN) will offer customers free electricity when energy supply exceeds demand due to excess renewable power on the grid. Through the ‘Power-ups’ scheme Octopus will send customers a notification of the times they are able to use their ‘Power-ups’ one day in advance. The scheme aims to tackle
Octopus launches new solar and battery optimisation smart tariff
Octopus Energy has announced the launch of a new smart tariff aimed at consumers with domestic solar and battery storage. The company says the tariff could unlock more than £450 of savings per year for consumers and help to balance the grid. ‘Intelligent Octopus Flux’ (IOF) will offer the same rate for both importing and
GivEnergy All in One Home Battery System Review and Specs
GivEnergy All in One We have been installing GivEnergy battery systems for quite a few years and have generally found them to be effective and value for money. Like most of the other systems we install they have consisted of separate inverters and batteries. For some time, however, we have heard of the launch
The Pros and Cons of Residential Solar Battery Storage Systems
The increasing popularity of residential solar battery storage systems is a testament to the growing awareness and adoption of clean energy solutions. As more homeowners consider the benefits of harnessing solar power, it is essential to weigh the pros and cons of integrating solar battery storage systems into their homes. This article aims to provide
Brits increasingly value sustainable homes and clean tech
A survey by electric vehicle (EV) charging company Hive shows that British people increasingly want to install clean technology like solar panels, EV charge points and insulation to make their homes more sustainable. 39% of respondents say they would like to install a home EV charger, although only 4.5% of people in the UK own
Back Electric vehicles to displace over 5 million bpd of oil demand by 2030: IEA report
Electric vehicles (EVs) are set to displace over 5 million barrels of oil demand per day based on current policy settings, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). The IEA, in its recent report titled ‘Global EV Outlook 2023’, claims that at the global level, oil displacement by EVs reaches 1.8 million barrels per day
What is an electric car? How do electric cars work?
If you’re new to the EV game and find yourself asking ‘What is an electric car?’, don’t be shy. TG explains all… If you’re on the hunt for a new car (or even a used one, come to think of it) for the first time in a blue moon, it won’t have escaped your attention
UK Government to support EV drivers with Energy Storage Systems on motorways
National Highways is supporting EV drivers across the England thanks to a multi-million-pound investment into new high-powered charging infrastructure. The government-owned organisation has awarded the £8m Energy Storage Systems – essentially giant battery packs – contract to Ameresco, who will upgrade seven motorway service areas where the grid supply is not enough for high-powered charging
MG4 review: price, performance and specification make this family hatchback the affordable EV to beat
MG’s rival to the VW ID.3, Nissan Leaf and Renault Zoe offers range, performance and value that’s hard to beat The MG4 marks a new wave for the British/Chinese budget brand, introducing a brand new scalable platform which will underpin the brand’s future EV models and offer new drivetrain opportunities. MG 5 EV estate (Image: